“It was for freedom that Christ has set us free, no longer to be subject to a yoke of slavery” (Galatians 5:1). Welcome back dear student, sometimes we identify with the underdog, especially if we have walked through similar difficulties. We need discernment to recognise what’s actually going on though. Are old memories deep in the heart triggering a familiar response? Does this line up with what God says – or am I being pulled back into a hole where I was held captive previo

“The Lord is a Shelter for the oppressed, a Refuge in times of trouble” (Psalm 9:9 NLT) Welcome back dear student, last week we saw God instructing us to ask Him for His ancient paths to find rest for our souls. There’s an epidemic of anxiety, depression, and mental health issues. These things are often made worse by people taking comfort in other substances or habits, leading to dependency, and disassociation from reality. Fear is a demonic manifestation from the kingdom of

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley I will fear no evil for You are with me, Your rod and Your staff they comfort me” (Psalm 23:4). Welcome back dear student, have you struggled with fear? Fear is literally False, Evidence, Appearing, Real – true, but it’s a hard place to be, in the midst of the storm. Toxic fear is a tactic used by the devil to torment - projecting scenarios that prophesy doom. This fear needs to be identified early and dealt with brutally. There’

“The Lord is my Light and my Salvation – whom shall I fear? The Lord is the Refuge and Fortress of my life – whom shall I dread?" (Psalm 27:1) Welcome back dear student, last week we saw how our Awesome God sent His Son to die for each one of us - taking our sin, so that we could be saved. This is why we celebrate Christmas – the birth of the Lord Jesus. As sinners, we could never save ourselves, so the birth of Jesus brought great joy and relief, in the fear of the Lord. Wha